IHSAN INSTITUTE SINGAPORE
MISSION
To create a balanced, motivating, engaging and genuine understanding of Islam in both Muslim and non-Muslim communities and to provide real scholarship that realises the quality and the reality.
Ihsan Institute (Singapore) is a registered organisation, dedicated to the appreciation of traditional knowledge and committed to confirming its relevance to the fast evolving world through various educational activities, courses , talks, retreats, tours and company of scholars.
Ihsan Institute (Singapore) blends together the traditional components of Islam (legal, intellectual, spiritual and societal) and presents them in accessible programs.
Spearheaded by Shaykh Dr Ahmed Saad Al-Azhari along with a team of qualified teachers, Ihsan Institute seeks to translate this knowledge into good manners, ethical living, beauty, genuinity and relevance.
In this way knowledge becomes a process of transformation to perfection.
THE COMMITTEE
Erwan Abdul Rahim
Manager
Erwan bin Abdul Rahim is a full-time commissioned artist specializing in Islamic Calligraffiti, where the precise discipline of traditional Arabic calligraphy meets the bold freedom and expressive spirit of graffiti art.
His work embodies a seamless blend of boundless creativity with the profound roots of calligraphy, reflecting his spiritual journey under the guidance of his mentor, Shaykh Dr Ahmad Saad Al Azhari. Through his art, Erwan explores the depths of human potential while honouring timeless religious traditions.
An unexpected turn of events ignited Erwan's passion for teaching the basic Arabic calligraphy workshops. It all began with an invitation from the Esplanade, where he faced and conquered his fear of public speaking. Now, he delights in introducing newcomers to the art of Arabic calligraphy, which they often find not just calming but profoundly therapeutic.
And when not immersed in his art, Erwan enjoys sharing stories over a cup of strong coffee, reflecting on his travels with Shaykh Dr Ahmed Saad and the devolution of the music scene.
Ustaz Mohammad Hafiz Kusairi
Education Coordinator
Ustaz Mohammad Hafiz Kusairi is responsible for overseeing the provision of beneficial educational content for those attending Ihsan Institute’s programs. Having benefitted from scholars who are able to connect the richness of traditional approaches to sacred knowledge and manifesting its values in the increasingly volatile world such as Shaykh Dr Ahmed Saad Al Azhari, Ustaz Afandi Bin Amat and the late Kiayi Kassim bin Adnan, Hafiz sees the pertinence for Muslims to be consistently active in the pursuit of beneficial knowledge and striving to illuminate society with praiseworthy actions in their respective capacities.
When not teaching modern Southeast Asian history in a local institution or delivering public talks, Hafiz spends his time reading biographies and Malay novels short stories, catching a film online or writing short stories and commentaries for publications who do not mind his honest opinion.
Ustaz Muhammad Haziq bin Abdul Halim
Education Coordinator
Ustaz Muhammad Haziq Bin Abdul Halim has an insurmountable passion for languages, especially Arabic (in addition to Malay, English, Thai and Mandarin). This started taking root since his days in the NUS Centre of Language Studies. Having excelled in Cambridge's Arabic Advanced Level Exams further spurred him to pursue the mission of reconnecting the Muslim community with the Arabic language, which becomes the window to appreciating the Qur'an and Prophetic Traditions. In addition, Ustaz Muhammad Haziq graduated with a Diploma in Quranic studies and also benefitted from teachers such as Syaikh Ahmad Saad Al Azhari. With his strong passion for the Arabic language, it is of no surprise that he has founded and is currently managing "Ihsan Learning Centre", which is an Arabic learning centre.
When not managing "Ché Ani Chicken Rice", a food shop he owns, Ustaz Muhammad Haziq busies himself by teaching the Qur'an and listening to Arabic poetry.
Note: All members of Ihsan’s Education Department are ARS-Certified.